[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 9 (Wednesday, January 17, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H152]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF HOBART MANLY, JR.

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Georgia (Mr. Carter) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 
life of Hobart Manly, Jr., a veteran of the National Guard and an avid 
golfer.
  Hobart was raised in Savannah and excelled in multiple sports in high 
school before going on to attend the University of Georgia. He is 
perhaps best known for his career as an amateur golfer. He competed in 
three British amateurs, two French amateurs, and the Canadian Open. 
Hobart has also won the North-South Championship located in Pinehurst, 
North Carolina.
  In 1969, Hobart was inducted into the Savannah Athletic Hall of Fame, 
and 22 years later, he was inducted into the Georgia Golf Hall of Fame.
  Hobart lived on Isle of Hope outside of Savannah with his wife, 
Marilyn, of 67 years. Hobart's competitive spirit and love for sport is 
something I find incredibly admirable and strive to implement in my own 
life every day.
  My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Manly family during this 
difficult time.


                   Recognition of EMT Rosemary Mitts

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
achievements of Savannah EMT Rosemary Mitts.
  Rosemary was raised in a military family, leading her to learn the 
importance of having a strong work ethic from a young age. She modeled 
her choice to work in healthcare after her grandfather, as he was a 
medic in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam war.
  Rosemary began her work as an EMT at Chatham Emergency Services. She 
also earned her medic license through her time at paramedic school and 
soon after went on to teach others to become EMTs like herself.
  Rosemary consistently strives to better herself and others in her 
work environment. She is always looking for ways to provide the best 
care possible for the people in her community.
  Rosemary was recently chosen to be a member of the American Ambulance 
Association's 2023 Stars of Life Class, a program that celebrates the 
distributions of ambulance professionals who have gone above and beyond 
the call of duty in service to others.
  We congratulate Rosemary. We can't think of anyone more deserving.


                       Congratulating Mamie Bacon

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ms. 
Mamie Bacon, who recently celebrated a historic anniversary.
  Last October, she was recognized for 50 years of work for King and 
Prince Seafood in Brunswick, Georgia. Mamie started working for King 
and Prince Seafood in 1973 and has not looked back since.
  She originally planned to retire 7 years ago but chose to continue 
working her job in quality assurance. She is quoted in the Brunswick 
News saying: ``I love my job and I love the people.''
  For her service to King and Prince, the company plans on building a 
new pavilion and dedicating it in her honor. Mamie is simply one of the 
many examples of the First District of Georgia's rich and selfless 
sense of community. We wish Mamie the best of luck.


                            Savannah Airport

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 
Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport for being nominated as one 
of the Best Airports in the U.S. by Conde Nast Traveler.
  The Savannah Airport has been voted the number one airport in the 
Nation for the fourth consecutive year by the Conde Nast Traveler 2023 
Readers' Choice Awards. This achievement is the result of several key 
factors, such as the airport's beautiful town square-inspired layout 
and great amenities. The charming visitor center has a historic 
southern street style that makes visitors feel right at home.
  The airport also features great food and great shops to keep 
travelers fed and entertained. This Georgia airport was also once named 
``the happiest airport in the country.''
  We congratulate, again, Savannah's airport for continuing to hold its 
first-place designation and congratulate the staff that made that 
happen.

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